Cost estimator Work, Jobs in Chelmsford, Ess (with Salaries)

Estimator/Surveyor
Murphy's Building Services Ltd (MBS.uk) —Great Dunmow
- £55,000 - £65,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Maintenance
- Project management
- Free parking
- Profit sharing
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2h
Estimator
Kier Group —Witham
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Flexible schedule
13d
Trainee Small Works Estimator
PFS Group —Southend-on-Sea
- £26,436 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Driving
- Travel
- Referral programme
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20h
Civil Estimator
Glanua —Hatfield Heath
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
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Quantity Surveyor/Estimator
1st Choice Surveying Services Ltd —Rayleigh
- £30,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Construction
- Free parking
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Trainee Estimator / Estimating Assistant
Go Fix Mechanical & Drainage Services —Erith
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Senior Mechanical Estimator
Glanua —Hatfield Heath
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
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Control Estimator
Tait —Haverhill
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Schematics
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Estimator
MSS Steel Services —Harlow
- £35,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
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Estimator - Essex
Construo —Wickford
- £35,000 - £75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Driving
- Organisational skills
- Construction
Estimator/Bid Manager
Boyle Highways Limited —Brentwood
- £35,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Project management
- Construction
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11d
Estimator
WysePower —Brentwood
- £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- IT
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
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10d
Construction Buyer
Lexden Contracts Limited —Colchester
- £30,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Construction
- Free parking
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22h
Bodyshop MET Technician
Gemini Accident Repair Centres —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Power tools
- In-person
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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23h
Estimator
Hill Group UK —Waltham Abbey
- Analysis skills
- Construction
- Employee discount
Building Maintenance Project Surveyor
CC Cousins —Rochester
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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7d
Carpentry Estimator/Quantity Surveyor
Total Joinery Solutions Ltd —Basildon
- £30,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Driving
- Communication skills
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Commercial Vehicle Estimator / HGV Damage Assessor
CHS —Hoddesdon
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Driving
- In-person
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13d
Senior Estimator/ Estimator
Willmott Dixon Group —Dartford
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
Senior Estimator - POS Retail Manufacturing
Wenbar —Chelmsford
- £27,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- In-person
- Communication skills

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Estimator/Surveyor

Murphy's Building Services Ltd (MBS.uk)
Great Dunmow

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Job details

Full-time
£55,000 - £65,000 a year
2 hours ago

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
Profit sharing
Company car
Company pension
Company events
Free or subsidised travel
Private medical insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Contract management
Driving Licence
Computer literacy
Maintenance
Cost control
Project management
Bachelor's degree
Computer skills
Communication skills
Facilities maintenance

Full job description

Who are we?

Murphy’s Building Services Ltd (MBS.uk) are a commercial maintenance contractor operating across London, the M25 and the wider Southeast of England. We specialise in delivering a wide range of niche maintenance and repair services, supporting clients across multiple sectors.

At MBS.uk, no two days are the same. Our engineers work across a diverse portfolio of environments, from industrial estates and retail parks to corporate office spaces and high-profile landmark buildings. We are proud to support an enviable client base, often operating within prestigious and high-demand environments where quality, reliability and professionalism are essential.

We do not operate on building sites, our focus is on live environments; providing reactive and planned maintenance solutions that keep our clients’ facilities safe, operational, and performing at their best.

Date: 7th July 2026

Position: Estimator / Surveyor (Full-time)

Reports To: Head Office in Dunmow, Essex

Role Overview:

We are recruiting for an Estimator / Surveyor to join our ever growing and close-knit team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate must be experienced within hard FM maintenance services and able to accurately cost / price such works, producing quotations and submitting via client online intranet systems. Additionally, they should be able and willing to travel to onsite surveys, across the Southeast; generally, a 70 mile radius from our head office in Dunmow, Essex. As well as estimating, the desired candidate would support the Operations Director within the business, snagging works where required and managing operatives etc.

The preferred candidate should have a broad understanding of building maintenance (fabric and/or M&E); an understanding of passive fire protection would also be advantageous to the candidate.

Company vehicle, fuel card, work phone, and uniform are provided as standard; company pension provided after completion of initial probationary period.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Cost Estimation

Calculate costs for labour, materials, tools, and plant etc.
Request and assess subcontractor quotes for specialised services, applying markup etc.
Prepare detailed and itemised cost estimation, as formal quotations.
Ensure estimates align with industry standards and best practices.
Review project plans and specifications to identify potential risks and opportunities.
Collaborate with engineers, and customers to gather necessary information for accurate estimates.

2. Site Inspections & Assessments

Conduct onsite site surveys and review maintenance requirements.
Identify potential issues that could impact costs, allowing for contingencies as required.
Document findings and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Include caveats and assumptions, where required.

3. Operational Assistance

Liaising with remote operatives to understand requests etc.
Snagging and inspections of completed works.
Managing operatives, setting expectations.

Salary:

£55,000 to £65,000 per annum (subject to experience)
Bonus scheme

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday
8:00am to 16:30pm

Attributes / Previous Experience:

Previous experience in commercial maintenance
Previous experience in hard FM services
Personable and friendly
Full driving license
Length of service

Individual Competencies:

Good organisation skills
Good communication skills
Care and attention to detail
Ability to work in a team environment
Flexible and adaptable
Pride in work
Phone competence
Computer competency
Team player
Honesty and trustworthy

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Loyalty bonus
Performance bonus
Yearly bonus

Benefits:

Company car
Company events
Company pension
Free or subsidised travel
On-site parking
Profit sharing

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday

Experience:

Maintenance / Estimating / Contract Management: 5 years minimum (required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company car
Company events
Company pension
Free or subsidised travel
Free parking
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
Profit sharing

Experience:

Maintenance: 3 years (preferred)
Project management: 3 years (preferred)
Facilities maintenance: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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